Overview
Far North is the largest registered NDIS provider based in the iconic Kimberley and we continue to grow! We are a dynamic not-for-profit organisation that is founded, based and operating in the stunning Kimberley region.
Our mission is to provide high quality, culturally sensitive therapy intervention to individuals throughout the wide Kimberley region. We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed Occupational Therapists who shares our values to join our teams in Broome and Kununurra. Our aim is to be culturally aware and assist in building the capacity of the person, their families, their community and/or their support teams to develop the strengths of each individual to promote engagement within their community.
Living in the Kimberley Region
The Kimberley region offers one of the most diverse and breath-taking landscapes in the world. Enjoy a swim in the crystal-clear ocean water and spot some whales, drive your car on the beach and watch the sunset with a locally brewed ginger beer, explore boasting stunning rivers and incredible national parks, go for a camping and fishing trip up the famous Cape Leveque - you’ll never run out of places to explore and adventures to go on.
The Role
Work within a transdisciplinary team of passionate therapists throughout the Kimberley region. We provide therapy services in our well-equipped facilities but mainly visit our participants in their own homes. Furthermore we provide therapy services in very remote areas and communities. Therefore we offer professional 4WD courses to make sure you have the best experience reaching your clients in our company vehicle on dirt roads or through river crossings. We also charter private aircrafts to get you in some of the most remote and pristine communities that Australia has to offer. You will have the opportunity to work with children and adults who are culturally and linguistically diverse and have a wide range of disabilities.
Positions available:
- Occupational Therapist (Broome)
- Occupational Therapist / Senior Occupational Therapist (Kununurra)
Essential skills, experience & qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent
- Current membership with APRA(Full registration)
- Therapists with all skill levels are encouraged to apply
- Excellent interpersonal manner and cross-cultural skills for working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
- Willingness to learn and grow
- Well-developed oral and written communication skills
- Willing to obtain NDIS Worker's Clearance
- Current Australian Driver’s Licence
- Vaccinated for Covid19 (Recommended 3 vaccinations)
- Current Working with Children's Check (or willing to obtain)
- Current First Aid Certificate including CPR
ONLY APPLICANTS CURRENTLY BASED IN AUSTRALIA WILL BE CONSIDERED.
Apply via Seek or alternatively, forward your resume and cover letter to Luciana(HR Officer) (emailprotected).
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Your application will include the following questions:
- How many years' experience do you have as an occupational therapist?
- Do you have experience working in the not-for-profit sector?
- Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
- Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?
- Which of the following First Aid recognitions do you currently hold?
- Are you currently registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)?
- Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?
- Which of the following statements best describes your Covid-19 vaccination status?
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